Strategy & innovation

Transformation: CFOs look to evolve alongside their organisations

FP&A has become a priority for finance leaders in the past year, as 61% in a recent survey say they have bought FP&A software.

C-suite looks to integrate cybersecurity across budgets, strategy

Companies with more mature cybersecurity approaches expect to increase cybersecurity spending and better integrate their cyber strategy into overall transformation plans.

Why digital transformation is more about people than technology

A digital transformation expert provides a road map for organisations, emphasising that the process should not be tied to grand plans or large capital allocations.

CEOs look to leverage gen AI in new business ventures

Many CEOs expect their companies to build new ventures in five years and see potential value in developing a generative-AI-enabled venture.

CIMA unveils strategies for a more effective UK government

A new report from CIMA sets out seven recommendations to improve decision-making.

7 ways management accountants can contribute to business strategy

Finance’s role includes championing the value of strategic planning to the business and providing data-driven insights on what course to pursue or avoid.

Value creation: CFOs positioned to lead in digital transformation

To stay competitive, CFOs should consider six initiatives, including a strategic approach to risk management, to accelerate growth in an uncertain future.

Data privacy and FP&A are top concerns for finance chiefs

Data privacy and FP&A top CFOs’ priorities for the coming year, according to a new survey report from Protiviti.

Gen AI could save companies money, improve customer relations

C-suite leaders in a global survey say generative AI has influenced their business models, improved customer relationships, and cut business costs.

6 steps to create a successful ERP implementation

To avoid costly mistakes, determine first whether an ERP system is required before moving to choose a business partner.

Organisational challenges could stall digitisation, CFOs say

Challenges including insufficient resources could pause digital innovation for finance leaders, becoming a bigger barrier to transformation than technical issues.

Gen AI is out of focus, as ambition outweighs internal expertise

Nine in ten senior tech decision-makers don’t understand how generative AI will affect their business, a new report found, sparking implementation and compliance concerns.

ESG emphasis can sway M&A transactions, influence valuation

More corporate leaders say they would pay more for acquisitions with a strong ESG profile, with buyers more likely to pay less or abandon deals for entities without one.

Risk-averse CEOs could be left behind in tech-driven future

Leaders who will not sacrifice efficiency today for greater innovation tomorrow may lose their competitive edge, according to a new report.

Finance’s data security strategy role

To develop a data risk strategy, start with assessing your organisation’s data types and the impact of risk events, and define acceptable risk levels.

Many hats: How CFOs are implementing a cross-functional lens

The diversification of finance roles includes greater collaboration and increased responsibilities outside the traditional tasks of the function.

When ESG reporting becomes a maze, technology provides a map

Ninety-two per cent of professionals across finance, accounting, sustainability, and audit roles think technological transformation will enable an integrated and improved approach to ESG reporting.

Companies focus on internal training to fill tech skills gaps

As talent recruitment poses challenges for companies, they are switching their focus to the development of existing staff, a new report shows.

Despite barriers, smaller companies make big strides in sustainability

Insufficient funding for climate action can be an obstacle for small and medium-size enterprises, but the commitment worldwide to find a way continues to grow.

Are you and your finance team fully embracing technology?

Finance leaders can ask themselves series of questions — on strategy, collaboration, processes, and extracting insights — to be empowered with technology.

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